Heartbeat sound for babies

About this sound

The heartbeat was part of a baby's world before birth, so the rhythm is familiar. The app's heartbeat is a slow, muffled thump, not a sharp medical beat. It repeats evenly and loops without a gap, so there is no sudden change to wake a light sleeper.

Why parents use it

Rhythm gives the brain something predictable to follow, and a calm rhythm is easy to relax into. Parents often pair it with holding, rocking or patting, because they all share the same slow pace. It also adds a little sound to a quiet room without the hiss of white noise.

Good for

• Newborns who like a slow, familiar rhythm
• Babies who find hissing sounds too sharp
• Cuddle time and the wind-down before bed
• A softer sound for naps

Using it safely

• Keep it quiet. Heartbeat sounds carry well even at low volume.
• Try matching the pace to a calm, slow rhythm when you rock or pat, then let the sound carry on while you step back.
• Do not use a plush toy that plays a heartbeat inside the crib. Keep the sound source out of the sleep space.
• If your baby is not settling, try a steady sound such as white noise or brown noise.